| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| More than one musician longs to cover a number one | The Telegraph Toughie | 26 Apr 2023 |
| Programmes to include tune arranged for string players | ||
| Those who play an ancient string instrument with a body like a sliced pear | The Times Specialist Sunday | 13 Aug 2017 |
| Some string players | ||
| Some string players | ||
| Some minstrels |